According to her cousin, Rachel Hofstetter, Rebecca fulfilled those first two goals over the next few years. Just after graduating from high school, Rebecca, 17, pulled out that goals note and left it on her bed, not knowing she was hours away from realizing that third hope.

Rebecca and a former classmate, Benjamin Arne, were out watching fireworks in Danbury, CT. After the show, they were crossing the street when a car headed right for them. Rachel says Rebecca pushed Benjamin out of the way, which ultimately may be the reason he's still alive. Sadly, to save Benjamin, who sustained serious injuries but is recovering, Rebecca lost her own life.

Rebecca was passionate about service work and charities, constantly working to better the lives of others. For this reason, we have made this page where people can share a memory or document ways they have kept Rebecca's spirit alive by showing kindness to others...Please use the hashtag ‪#‎RememberingRebecca‬ when paying it forward or sharing a memory.

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